Israel is the most direct threat to regional and global peace, and those tasked with safeguarding world peace must put an end to this threat, " Recep Tayyip Erdogan told reporters aboard his returning flight from Serbia and Albania.

Erdogan also warned that Israel is not only targeting stability in Palestine but also in Lebanon, "seeking to spread unrest to the surrounding region. "

Ankara is monitoring Tel Aviv’s actions and any potential steps towards Türkiye through its intelligence agency, President Erdogan stated, adding that Israel's aggressiveness cannot be ignored.

"Dreams of Netanyahu, and his gang will turn into a nightmare, " said the Turkish leader, adding: "Palestine will be free and Lebanon will remain free. "

He further said that the Gaza genocide has taken place before everyone's eyes, and has taken its place among the "humanity's historic shames. "

"Those who stand with the Zionist terrorist organization called Israel will carry marks of this shame for generations, " he added.

Reflecting on his anniversary message marking the Gaza crisis, which received attention from public figures like musician Roger Waters, Erdogan said, “The more people we reach to stir consciences and stop those who harm humanity, the better.”

Erdogan also warned that any Israeli occupation of Damascus would bring conflict closer to Türkiye’s borders. “If Israel occupies Damascus, it will have reached northern Syria,” he said, adding, “Israel may have plans, but the ultimate planner is Allah. Netanyahu and his associates’ dreams will turn into nightmares. Palestine will be free, and Lebanon will remain free.”

Highlighting his country's commitment to Syria’s territorial integrity, Erdogan stated, "We will continue working for peace in Syria. Humanity must reject adding to this suffering. Diplomacy can still prevent further escalation."

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